Declining since 2005, #3,780 for girls today.
Popularity of Marygrace since 1915
Babies named Marygrace per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 12 |
| 1920s | 23 |
| 1930s | 20 |
| 1940s | 69 |
| 1950s | 84 |
| 1960s | 133 |
| 1970s | 101 |
| 1980s | 173 |
| 1990s | 318 |
| 2000s | 536 |
| 2010s | 349 |
| 2020s | 194 |
Meaning & origin
Marygrace is a compound feminine name that combines two classic staples, Mary and Grace. First recorded in the U.S. in 1915, the name saw its highest usage in 2004, when it ranked notably higher than its current position of 3,780th in 2025. Following a trajectory of decline since 2005, it remains a relatively rare choice, given to approximately 1 in 41,212 girls in the latest year. Geographically, Texas stands out as the top state for the name, reflecting a regional preference for traditional double names. Marygrace holds a subdued, devotional quality without being tied to any single famous bearer, making it a distinctive yet familiar option.
Marygrace is a compound name formed by joining Mary and Grace, two traditional feminine names. Mary derives from the Latin Maria, from Greek Mariam, from Hebrew Miriam, whose meaning is debated (possibly 'sea of bitterness' or 'drop of the sea'). Grace comes from the Latin gratia, meaning 'favor' or 'blessing'. The combination emerged in the United States in the early 20th century, following a pattern of hyphenated or merged double names. It has been used primarily in the Southern U.S., especially Texas.
Where Marygrace is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mary, Grace, Molly, Gracie
Variants: Mary Grace, Mary-Grace
Sibling names for Marygrace
Names that share Marygrace's style, for a brother or sister.
